Hardy Perennial

• Flowers in : Late Spring to Mid Summer
• Germination : Challenging
• Aftercare : Care Required
• Ideal for : Borders, Rockeries
• Special Features : Rare
• Height : 14 inches

Description

This rare, choice species features delicate, nodding, chocolate-brown, 1.5cm (½in) blooms from late spring onwards. The neatly compact plants are perfect for borders and rockeries. A collector's item. Height: 30-35cm (12-14 inches).

Sowing Instructions

Sow February to June or September to October. Sow on the surface of a good free draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Seal container inside a polythene bag and place at 15-20C (59-68F). Germination can take 1-3 months. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.

Aftercare

Overwinter September sowings in a coldframe and plant out the following spring.

Caution

Harmful if eaten